Assistant Accountant

Our client, a leading manufacturer and supplier of signage and advertising solutions seeks to recruit an Assistant Accountant.  The role will include preparing financial documents, managing payroll, assisting with budgeting and bank reconciliations, and ensuring statutory filing and payments are completed on time. The ideal candidate should have good bookkeeping skills. 

Reports to: MD

Location: Nairobi

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Document Preparation:

Creating and managing invoices, bills, and other financial documents related to accounts payable and receivable. 

Payroll Management:

Handling payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely payments to employees. 

Financial Reporting:

Preparing regular financial reports, assisting with monthly and quarterly closing procedures, and providing information to the finance team. 

Budgeting and Forecasting:

Assisting with the development and monitoring of budgets and providing financial analysis. 

Bank Reconciliation:

Reconciling bank statements with company records to ensure accuracy. 

Statutory Filing and Payments:

Ensuring compliance with tax regulations, filing tax returns (VAT, PAYE, etc.), and making timely payments. 

Record Keeping:

Maintaining accurate and organized financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. 

Data Entry and Analysis:

Accurately entering financial data into accounting systems and databases, and potentially analysing data to support financial reporting. 

Qualifications/Skills:

·           Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.

·           Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working in an accounting role. 

·           CPA Part II

·           Proficiency with computers and bookkeeping software.

·           Exceptional time management and verbal and written communication skills.

·           Familiarity with basic accounting principles.

·           Professional manner and a strong ethical code.

·           Ability to multitask and remain motivated and positive.

·           Commitment to working efficiently and accurately.

·           Good analytical and problem-solving skills

·           Team player who is highly committed

Qualified applicants should submit their detailed applications on or before Monday 7th  July 2025 to

https://www.bollard.co.ke/careers/